United States Military Academy West Point - Howitzer Yearbook (West Point, NY)

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AMAURY MANUEL GANDIA Territorial, Puerto Rico Arecibo, Puerto Rico GLENN HOWBERT GARRISON 1st District, Florida Wauchula, Florida ONL ' the instructors call him Gandia — to the memhers of the Corps it ' s Spic, and to the femmes it ' s Mahatma. Naturally hivey, he has been forced to study but little, evidenced by the fact that he has worn out three red comforters during his four years at West Point. Unimportant details of his studies were far less precious to him than his regular siesta — but his work w as done none the less thoroughly. More than one of us can well say, Thank you, Spic, for the many aids he gave us when we needed a few tenths in Spanish. A staunch friend when one really knew him, he was al- ways willing to lend a helping hand. New York has its good points, says Spic, but no palm trees, so he is taking the Infan- try, uith San Juan as his first Post. THOUGH Garry is friendly by nature, and by no stretch of imagination a misan- thropist, he has a distaste for social functions of the usual sort and has no use at all for pink teas. His likings are simple and wholesome: a camping trip in the Everglades, a good book, a good dinner; and his attitude toward life is unaffected and free from artificiality. To put it simply, he is genuine. Garry is one of the few people who can set a program of exacting work before them- selves and carry it through. And while he does not strive after impossibilities, his stand- ards are high. He works steadily for im- provement in all his activities, and steadily goes forward . Football (4): Fishing Club (1); Tenth Squad (3,2); Rifle Sharp- shooter; Pistol Sharpshooter. R I He Sharpshooter ; Pistol Marks Page One Hundred Thtrly-one

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p. ERNEST GABEL 1st District, Florida Tampa, Florida ROBERT E. GALLAGHER 30th District, Pennsylvania Tresckaw, Pennsylvania IT would he easily possible to write a biog- raphy about this young gentleman from the land of the palms which would sound more rosy than a horoscope for the month of June. However, since such attempts are now merci- fully taboo, we will have to stick to facts. Coming here with only a small amount of misguided, rather extemporary college at- tendance to his credit — or otherwise — he fin- ally saw the light and contrived with s ' ery little effort and absolutely no file boning to achieve that wonderful distinction authorized by Congress of wearing a small heavenly body on each side of his collar. It ' s a queer thing — and rather remarkable too when you think of it; — that everything he has tackled has been a success. Whether it was the hardest possible Phil problem, the newest Chinese puzzle, an Engineering prob- lem, or the football squad, results were always forthcoming. A ROAR of laughter emanating from the 18th Division is a good indication that the Duke has told another grind. Mirth fairly bubbles from this sunny Irishman. New York is his love and the bright lights of Broadway have afforded him many amus- ing episodes. Should the monotony of life pall upon him in the future, he could w rite a book of memoirs. Academics have given Gal a stubborn but losing fight during his years here. With all the best traditions of the immortals behind him, he never lets a few tenths deficiency worry him, except during the football season. For three years in competition with the Aca- demic Department, and with men whose great- er weight gave them a decided advantage, he has maintained his berth on the A squad. His aggressiv ' eness of play made him a valu- able team mate and an opponent to be re- spected. We hope to meet the Duke often in the service, because when we do a good time will be close at hand. Football (1); Track (4); Swim- ming (4); Rifle O. 2. 1), Man- ager (n. Minor A- (2. 1); In- door Rifle (2. I). Manager (1). Minor A ( ): Water Carnival (1); Camp llluminaLion Commit- tee (1); Pointer (4, 3. 2. 1); 100th Night Show (4. 3. 2. 1); Fishing Club (1); Tenth Squad (4. 3. 2. 1); Chess Club; Rifle Expert; Pistol Marksman; Corporal (21, Lieutenant (1): Summer Camp Tennis (3); Howitzer (11. Football (4, 3, 2, 1), Numerals (4 ), Monogram (3. 2. 1); La- crosse (4. 3, 2. 1). Numerals (4); Coach, Plebe Lacrosse (3, 2. 1); Catholic Sunday School Teach- er (3, 2, 1); Fishing Club (1); Rifle Marksman. Page One Hundred Thirty -gH

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CLAYTON SAMUEL GATES National Guard Tyrone, Pennsylvania SAMUEL EDWARD GEE 4th District, Virginia Kenbridge, Virginia ASIDE from being a typical Pennsylvania Dutchman (who knows his Poop fore and aft) Clayt ' s greatest claim to fame has been his Academic ranking. For four years he has been one of Gods own — an engineer. This honor has come only by constant work and application. With this scholarly ability Clayt has specialized in helping some of his less fortunate classmates over the rough bumps of many General Writs. During his four years Clayt has centered his athletic talent on fencing. As a foilsman his great ambition is to fight for the continued possession of that famous Iron Man. Clayt by nature is serious and quiet. This perhaps accounts for his deep readings into the field of religion, moral ethics, and philosophy. His steadiness, sincerity, and fidelity to pur- pose have commanded the respect and been an example to all that know him and have made him many true and lasting friendships. DEAR Roderick, you old Democratic Potato. Do you recall that first fateful day, lo these many years gone by, when first you boned red comforter instead of duty which called so loudly from the foot of the stairs that lead most directly to the age-long struggle with pons asinorum and the like. Then pneu- mo nia came near putting a black border around this page. After that with the reversal of status at recognition, the swing of academics coming easier, you remember how you turned your heart to lighter things and first proclaimed to the world in verse what a noble bird you are — and it must have been in this era that your renowned fame in wholesome songs started its ascent to its now dizzy height. But, Ned, you had some serious thoughts as shown by your unique proclamation concern- ing U-boats. There is another phase to your varicolored career: the industrial era when you invested in textiles, etc.. but it was a phantom dream and the bubble burst. Them were the days and we lo ' ed em all even as our affections follow you ad infinitum. The Prolv et al. Fencing (4. 3. 2, 1); Stars (4). Engineer Football (2). Tenth Squad (2); Rifle Expert: Pistol Marksman. Corporal (2); Ser- geant (1). Page One Hundred Thirty-lwo HiL